Betting on the WTA Australian Open 2027: dates, odds and betting options

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Betting on the WTA Australian Open 2027: the first Grand Slam of the year

The Australian Open opens the Grand Slam season every year and immediately draws the attention of tennis fans worldwide. For anyone betting on tennis, the women's tournament means a packed schedule of hard-court matches, played in the persistent heat of Melbourne, with a broad line-up of top players who have just started their season.

The 2027 edition is scheduled from 11 to 31 January 2027, at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. The main draw starts on Sunday 17 January 2027, and the women's final is planned for Saturday 30 January 2027.

At Napoleon Sports you'll find live odds for the entire WTA tournament at the Australian Open, from the first round through to the final. More interested in the men's tournament? Check out the betting options for the ATP Australian Open 2027.

What is the Australian Open?

The Australian Open is one of the four Grand Slam tournaments in tennis, alongside Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open. It's the first Grand Slam tournament of the calendar year and has been played on hard courts at Melbourne Park for decades. Both the ATP and WTA tournaments run at the same time and at the same venue, spread across several weeks in January. In the WTA tournament, the women compete in a straight knockout format, with matches played over a maximum of three sets. Find more background, the full schedule and the roll of honour on the Australian Open wiki.

Records and recent champions

Most titles ever in the women's draw

Margaret Court tops the all-time list with 11 titles at the Australian Open, a record that also includes editions from before the Open Era. Since the start of the Open Era in 1968, Serena Williams has been the record holder, with 7 titles at this tournament.

Roofs and the heat policy

Rod Laver Arena and Margaret Court Arena both have a retractable roof. Because of the high temperatures in Melbourne in January, the tournament applies an official Extreme Heat Policy, which can affect the schedule of play when conditions require it.

The champion of the most recent edition

At the most recently played edition, in 2026, Elena Rybakina won the women's final against Aryna Sabalenka. It was the second Grand Slam title of Rybakina's career.

Why is betting on the Australian Open popular?

Several factors make the Australian Open appealing for anyone betting on tennis:

Grand Slam prestige: it's one of the four biggest tournaments of the year, with the entire world's elite taking part.
Season opener: after the winter break, players' form isn't always clear yet, which makes every round unpredictable.
Long playing period: with multiple rounds spread over more than two weeks, there's a wide range of betting markets every day.
Hard-court surface: a surface that suits several playing styles well, which makes match outcomes less predictable.

Belgian viewers and the Australian Open

For Belgian fans, the time difference plays a big role. Depending on the time of year, Australia is between 9 and 11 hours ahead of Belgium, which means a large part of the matches fall in the middle of the night or early morning Belgian time. Anyone wanting to follow matches live or bet during play should keep this in mind.

The broadcast rights for the Australian Open in Belgium have belonged exclusively to Eurosport since 2017, under a contract running through 2031. Coverage can be followed via discovery+ and Max. Sporza (VRT) only covers news and results, with no live footage. Napoleon Sports doesn't broadcast footage itself, but offers live scores and odds for both the ATP and WTA tournaments.

Belgian players, too, can enter the qualifying tournament or the main draw of the Australian Open every year. On this page you can follow the full range of betting options for the women's tournament.

What bets can you place on the Australian Open?

The betting markets for the Australian Open cover several types of bets, from a single match to the tournament as a whole.

Match winner

Predict who wins a specific match, round by round throughout the tournament.

Outright winner

Bet on the player who wins the entire WTA tournament, either before it starts or during the early rounds.

Set winner

Predict who wins a specific set within a match, for example the first set.

Total sets or games

Bet on the total number of sets a match is decided in, or on the total number of games played.

Handicap bets

A player is given a virtual head start or deficit in games or sets, offering an alternative betting option for a match that's expected to be one-sided.

Correct set score

Predict the exact result of the match in sets, such as 2-0 or 2-1 in the women's draw, where matches are played over a maximum of three sets.

Live betting

During the match, you can respond to how play unfolds, with odds that are continuously adjusted.

Who is currently at the top?

According to the Napoleon Sports update of 18 August 2026, Aryna Sabalenka was at the top of the WTA world ranking at that time, with Elena Rybakina in second place, followed by Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff in third and fourth. This ranking is a snapshot and keeps changing as the season progresses.

At the most recently played edition of the Australian Open, in 2026, Elena Rybakina won the women's final against Aryna Sabalenka. Margaret Court remains the all-time record holder with 11 titles, while Serena Williams holds the Open Era record with 7 titles.

No analysis or statistic predicts the outcome with certainty. The ranking and the results of past editions give an indication of current form, but say nothing about who will win the 2027 edition.

Betting tips for the Australian Open

Follow players' form and injuries: the run-up to the new season and the summer conditions in Melbourne can have a big impact on players' physical readiness.
Take the heat into account: long rallies in extreme temperatures can make matches physically demanding, even with the tournament's heat policy in place.
Follow momentum shifts during the match: especially with live betting, the course of a set can change the picture quickly.
Be careful with overvalued favourites: a high ranking is no guarantee of a win, especially not in the early rounds of a Grand Slam.
Spread your stakes: divide your budget across several matches or bet types instead of putting everything on one outcome.

Live betting on the Australian Open

Besides betting before a match starts, you can also bet live with Napoleon Sports during the Australian Open. The odds are then continuously adjusted based on how the match unfolds, such as the set score, the number of games won, or a shift in momentum. This lets you respond to what's happening on court, rather than only to expectations set beforehand.

Live betting is available for the WTA tournament throughout every round, from the first round to the final. Check out live tennis betting for other tournaments in progress too.

Frequently asked questions about betting on the Australian Open

Is it legal to bet on the Australian Open in Belgium?

Yes. Napoleon Sports holds a licence from the Belgian Gaming Commission, which means betting on the Australian Open is legal for anyone living in Belgium who is at least 21 years old. You can read more on the legal bookmakers in Belgium page.

How do the odds work for the Australian Open?

The odds reflect how the likelihood of a particular outcome is assessed, and can change in the run-up to and during a match, for example following an injury update.

What are the best bets for the Australian Open?

This depends on your own preference: from match winner to outright winner or handicap bets, each betting option carries a different risk profile. Our tennis betting guide gives a full overview.

Can I bet live during the Australian Open?

Yes, at Napoleon Sports you can bet live during the match, with odds that are continuously updated.

What's the difference between the ATP and WTA tournaments at the Australian Open?

The WTA tournament is the women's tournament and the ATP tournament is the men's tournament. Both run at the same time at Melbourne Park, each with its own schedule, world ranking and betting markets. Check the betting options for the men's tournament on the ATP Australian Open 2027 page.

What payment methods can I use?

Napoleon Sports works with approved payment methods for deposits and withdrawals. You can find the full overview on the payments page of the website.

How do I bet responsibly on the Australian Open?

Set a play limit in advance and only bet an amount you can afford to lose. You can find more information on responsible gaming at stopoptijd.be or on the responsible gaming page.

Start betting on the Australian Open at Napoleon Sports

Discover the full range of bets for the WTA tournament at the Australian Open 2027 and check the current odds at Napoleon Sports. You'll find the current promotions on the promotions page of the website.

Betting is only permitted from the age of 21. Napoleon Sports operates under a licence from the Belgian Gaming Commission. Betting remains a game of chance with a risk of loss; no analysis or statistic predicts the outcome with certainty. Play with a pre-set play limit and find more information on responsible gaming at stopoptijd.be or on the responsible gaming page.